Auxiliary Operator

Job Title: Auxiliary Operator
Job Location: Chapel Hill, NC
Job Duration: 11-12 Months (possibility of extension)

Schedule:

• Rotating schedule expected once training is complete; details will be discussed during interviews.
• Contractor personnel will follow the University’s designated schedule: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Day) and 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (Night).
• The Company operates 24/7/365 using four shifts (A, B, C, D) to ensure continuous coverage.

Job Summary:

• Reporting to the Operations Shift Supervisor, the Auxiliary Operator operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs instrumentation, mechanical, and electrical equipment associated with the power plant.
• This role supports the safe start-up, operation, and shutdown of plant equipment from outside the control room while strictly adhering to all safety and environmental regulations to protect employees and the public.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure safe and efficient operation of the power plant, auxiliaries, and balance of plant systems from outside the control room.
• Perform start-up, operation, and shutdown of equipment and systems in accordance with approved procedures, technical manuals, and instructions from the Control Room Operator.
• Monitor and record operating parameters, making adjustments as necessary to maintain safe and efficient operation.
• Support Control Room Operators by providing updates on plant operations, unusual conditions, and equipment issues.
• Operate and maintain plant equipment locally via PLC panel interfaces.
• Utilize the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to record data in alignment with facility maintenance protocols.

Job Requirements:

• Knowledge of power plant operations and safe operation/maintenance practices.
• Mechanical, instrumentation, and electrical equipment expertise.
• Ability to read and follow company programs, policies, procedures, and instructions.
• Knowledge of equipment isolation and tagging procedures.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk, reach, climb, stoop, and lift up to 75 pounds.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of industry experience.